Korean Pork Belly Bites

Korean Pork Belly Bites are a deliciously crispy and savory snack that combines the rich flavor of pork belly with a spicy-sweet Korean marinade. Perfect for those following a keto diet, these bites are sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping carbs at bay.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Erythritol (or other keto-friendly sweetener) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the pork belly into bite-sized cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the soy sauce, gochujang, erythritol, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.
4. Pour the marinade over the pork belly cubes and mix well, ensuring all pieces are coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
5. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the marinated pork belly evenly on the tray.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork belly is crispy and caramelized, flipping halfway through cooking.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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